The 1997 Savigny-Les-Beaune Les Vergelesses is ruby-colored, and has stony, roasted, dark fruit aromas. This medium to full-bodied, broad, masculine, and structured wine offers a mouth full of blackberries, cassis, cedar, and tobacco-like flavors. It has outstanding grip, flavor intensity, and length. Anticipated maturity: 2000-2006.
Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel (205) 980-8802.